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By Shawn Ryan shawn@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH Ñ WOKOÕ s Big Change Roundup crew brought their whirlwind tour of the North Country to Plattsburgh March 8.

Broadcasting from inside the Plattsburgh Wal-Mart; C.K. Coin, Thom Richards, Steve Pelkey and a host of WOKO stalwarts were on hand to raise money for the Vermont ChildrenÕ s Hospital at Fletcher Allen. From loose change in someoneÕ s pocket to donations that had been collected for weeks, several tables of change counters were a constant jingle of donations being counted for the cause.

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Dr. Lewis First, left, and WOKO D.J. Thom Richards announce another donation at their Big Change Roundup stop at the Plattsburgh Wal-Mart March 8. The Big Change Roundup raises money for the Vermont Children’s Hospital at Fletcher Allen.

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Committee hopes to raise money, awareness for First Weekends

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Plattsburgh Mayor Jim Calnon slings drinks at the bar at The Pepper March 7 as part of a fundraiser for First Weekends in Plattsburgh. The next Guest Bartender event will be April 4 at Peabody’s.

PLATTSBURGH Ñ Ò First WeekendÓ season is right around the corner, and First Weekends in Plattsburgh is gearing up for a run at their sophomore season of bringing arts and entertainment, and ultimately increased foot traffic, to downtown Plattsburgh.

Their rookie season culminated in December with a successful and well attended tree lighting ceremony downtown. Since then, First Weekends has used the winter to plan and fundraiser for the upcoming summer.

In their most successful fundraiser, this past weekend saw Plattsburgh Mayor Jim Calnon tending bar for a First Weekend Guest Bartender event at The Pepper, which raised over $1,000.

Five hundred dollars of that total came from a donation by Calnon.

April 4 will see another Guest Bartender event at PeabodyÕ s, and April 5 will be the first official First Weekend event of 2014.

Board president Tim McCormick says to expect more music this year. Ò We have a lot more musicians lined up already. ItÕ s going on rain or snow...matter what.

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March 15, 2014

Cuomo energizes state lawmakers at Winter Challenge

By Pete DeMola

pete@denpubs.com GABRIELS Ñ Under a cloudless blue sky on the edge of Lake Clear in Franklin County, Gov. Andrew Cuomo studied the horizon and prepared for a ride. Ò IÕ m here to have fun,Ó he said. Ò WeÕ ll get serious later when we talk about how to promote tourism and provide economic development and jobs. WeÕ re going to put the two together Ñ the story of Adirondack tourism is a story that hasnÕ t yet been told.Ó Cuomo was in this small hamlet in the town of Lake Clear Ñ and later, in the village of Lake Placid — for the 2014 Adirondack Winter Challenge, a daylong event designed to highlight winter tourism in Upstate New York where an estimated 400 elected officials and winter enthusiasts from across the state gathered on Sunday, March 9 to participate in wintertime sports, including bobsledding, toboggan rides, curling, speed-skating and of course, snowmobiling.

New York State Snowmobile Association President Jim Elmore said snowmobiling generated $868 million in revenue for the state last year Ñ Ò and that was a slow year,Ó he said.

“When the chief executive officer of the state recognizes your sport, itÕ s a huge honor,Ó he said.

Elmore said heÕ s impressed that Cuomo has taken such a hands-on interest in the sport and how snowmobiling clubs operate.

Under weather conditions that all agreed were ideal for riding Ñ a thin layer of snow paired with temperatures just above freezing Ñ the governor made his way through a gauntlet of county lawmakers, including Hamilton County board chairman William Farber, Onondaga County Chief Executive Joanne Mahoney and Essex Board of Supervisors Chairman Randy Douglas, who said he was extremely happy that the governor sees the North Country in a fresh, new perspective. Ò ItÕ s like free advertising and you canÕ t put a dollar on that,Ó said Douglas, donned in riding gear, as he prepared to hop on a sled and navigate the Kushaqua Trail back toward Lake Placid.

Prior to climbing on board the second in a long line of awaiting snowmobiles manned by club representatives from across the region, Cuomo appeared to take a deep interest in the mechanics of the machine, spending several minutes examining the controls and other features with a fellow rider before taking off in a puff of white powder.

In town

As Cuomo sped off in the convoy, local lawmakers faced off in the much-touted intra-county race down the Mt. Van Hoevenberg bobsled run.

Members of the press were not there, but Essex County officials, including District Attorney Kristy Sprague, Keene Su-

pervisor Bill Ferebee, Essex County Sheriff Richard Cutting and Wilmington Supervisor Randy Preston, reportedly navigated the track like champs. Ò I was afraid I was going to cry like a baby,Ó said Sprague, Ò but I had a really great time.Ó Ò I skied this morning and felt pretty good,Ó said Preston, Ò so I was prepared.Ó Representatives from the Olympic Regional Development Agency (ORDA), the state agency that manages the Olympic facilities in the towns of Wilmington and North Elba, took reporters on a 60-mile-per-hour thrill ride down the bobsled track with state Assemblyman Charles Lavine (13th District) while Olympians, including US skeleton bronze medalist Kyle Tress, looked on below and mingled with the public. Ò Absolutely incredible,Ó said Lavine, who represents communities in Nassau County.

Lavine said he looks forward to telling his constituents more about the North Country and appeared downright gleeful as he took a stroll with this reporter down Lake PlacidÕ s main drag. Ò IÕ m going to tell everyone about this,Ó he said. Ò What a great area.Ó Assemblyman Andrew Raia (9th District, Long Island) commended the governor for crossing party lines in protecting the stateÕ s tourism assets. Ò These facilities are New YorkÕ s greatest treasures Ñ we need to promote tourism and ensure funding for athletes and their training. IÕ ve already started calling the Adirondacks Ô the Hamptons North,Õ Ó Raia said.

Asked if he planned on relaying his North Country experiences back to his constituents, he held up his cellphone and grinned: Ò IÕ ve already put it on Facebook.Ó

Neighborhood reactions

Local officials were similarly effusive. Ò ItÕ s all just wonderful,Ó said Assemblyman Dan Stec, who represents the 114th District which includes Essex and Warren counties. Ò As a legislator, itÕ s nice to bring together people from other parts of the state to see what we have to offer Ñ you canÕ t come up and not fall in love with the place.Ó Stec said he went bobsledding for the first time and loved it. Ò It was a total adrenaline rush,Ó he said.

Tupper Lake Mayor Paul Maroun said he had fun curling with state Sen. Betty Little. Ò ItÕ s a really good workout,Ó he said, explaining that pushing the 40-pound stone actually acts to melt the ice, something he didnÕ t know before. Ò HeÕ s made one very Adirondack mayor very happy,Ó said Saranac Lake Mayor Clyde Rabideau, echoing the chorus line of praise. Ò ItÕ s a wonderful opportunity for local legislators to see where

their money is going and what we have here,Ó said North Elba Supervisor Roby Politi, noting the Olympic facilities.

“The proof is in the figures,” said Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) CEO Jim McKenna, citing Essex CountyÕ s sales tax growth rate, which grew 8.8 percent last year, the largest percent increase in the state. Ò ItÕ s good for the economy and good for the environment,Ó said Adirondack Council Executive Director William Janeway, who applauded the governor for his efforts to manage the two entwined strands that constitute politics in the North Country.

Governor’s speech

Introducing Cuomo as Ò our Number One touristÓ at a lateafternoon banquet at the Lake Placid Olympic Center, Little, who represents most of the North Country, commended the chief executive, saying that by merely coming to the region, he has done Ò so muchÓ to promote the North Country. Ò I canÕ t tell you how much youÕ ve helped by just proposing simple ideas to bring more visitors to the Adirondacks,Ó she said.

Speaking to an energized crowd, Cuomo recalled bonding with his younger brother Chris in the North Country in creating Ò beautiful family memories.Ó Ò I love coming to the North Country,Ó he said. Ò Whenever I can steal a few minutes, I come up.Ó He cited a recent trip to Saranac Lake to Ò clear my headÓ during the ongoing state budget negotiations, recalling a humorous encounter with Rabideau that later led to members of the press snapping photos outside a local gas station.

Cuomo said thereÕ s great energy spreading across the region when it comes to economic growth and commended the North Country Regional Development Council for successfully applying for more state grants than any other region in the state. Ò Upstate New York wasnÕ t served very well for many years,Ó he said. Ò WeÕ re just bringing a focus to what the state should have been doing a long time ago Ñ this is purely a question of exposure.Ó Ò If you show it to them, they will come,Ó he said, citing tourism as the state’s fifth-largest industry.

Cuomo said the state allotted $60 million in advertising to promote New York in 2013, a decision that resulted in 8.8 million more visitors from the previous year, an increase of 4.2 percent Ñ thatÕ s double the national average for growth, he said. Ò New York City is just a part of New York, but thereÕ s so much more to offer. And once people come and experience the North Country, they will come back and back and back,Ó he said to deafening applause. Ò YouÕ ve been enjoying yourselves up here for far too long,Ó he said. Ò Now itÕ s time to share.Ó

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Law enforcement cyclists to raise money for Tour de Force

By Shawn Ryan

shawn@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH Ñ Even as a new wave of snow barrels down on the North Country, current and retired law enforcement officers are already tuning up their bicycles for a summer of riding and fund raising for this summerÕ s annual Tour de Force ride.

Tour de Force was started in 2002 by members of the NYPD who decided to ride their bikes as a way to raise money for law enforcement officers killed in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in New York and Washington. The four day bike ride from Washington to New York City typically culminates with a ride to the Ground Zero memorial by teams of cyclists made up of law enforcement members from around the world. Ò I can do my bike ride for guys who canÕ t,Ó says retired New York State Trooper Bob Cronin, who is currently training for his sixth Tour de Force ride. Ò ItÕ s just the friends you meet, the friends you make. By my first pedal stroke, I was hooked. It was amazing.Ó In 2013, the ride ended at the finish line of the Boston Marathon, also the scene of a terrorist attack during the Boston Marathon earlier in the year.

Last year the Tour de Force ride, including numerous riders from the North Country from numerous agencies, raised $475,000 for officers killed in the line of duty nation-wide. In Boston, the Tour donated $5,000 to the family of slain MIT police officer Sean Collier, and donated $40,000 to the Sean Collier foundation to pay to put an officer through the MIT police academy in CollierÕ s memory .

Tom Brown, consistently one of the highest fund raisers for the Tour chapter in the North Country, is currently organizing a hypnotist show to raise money for the Tour.

To help Brown with his fundraising, regionally known hypnotist Michael Blaine will be appearing Mar 22 at the Elks Club, 56 Cumberland Ave., Plattsburgh. The Ò Very Adult hypnotist Comedy ShowÓ starts at 8 p.m., with tickets costing $20. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door, and food and beverages will be available through the ElkÕ s Club.

Cronin, founder of the Adirondack Garda Cycling Club, is also organizing a 100 mile Ò century ride,Ó the Dry Dock 100, for July 19 to benefit Tour de Force. The Dry Dock 100 will begin and end at the venerable Plattsburgh alehouse. Registration for the ride on or before July 1 is $50, and after July 1 is $75. Registration can be completed at www.bikereg.com/Net/ dry-dock-100.

Law enforcement members from the North Country approach Boston during the 2013 Tour de Force bike ride.

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Distinguished Quebec journalist Andre Picard speaks at SUNY Plattsburgh campus

By Paige Passman

denpubs@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH Ñ On March 5, SUNY Plattsburgh was visited by distinguished Quebec journalist AndrŽ Picard.

This annual keynote address was organized by the Quebec Studies program at the university. The address was on Ò Medical Aid in Dying: QuebecÕ s Divisive End-of-Life Debate.

Picard is a well-known journalist in the Quebec area, and has received considerable acclaim for his writing. He is also a six-time finalist for the National Newspaper Awards-CanadaÕ s version of the Pulitzer Prize. He is also a recipient of the Michener Award for Matrious public Service and of the Centennial Prize.

He is among Canada’s first “Public Health Hero,Ó awarded by the Canadian Public Health Association and has been named a Ò Champion of Mental HealthÓ by the Canadian Alliance for

Mental Illness and Mental Health. Picard also received the Ò Outstanding Leadership in Cancer Control PrizeÓ from the Campaign to Control Cancer.

PicardÕ s speech was about how people should have the right to choose to die a natural death, or die by injections. He spoke of how people in Canada are choosing to die by natural causes, instead of someone putting a needle into them to hasten their death. He also talked about how few people were affected by this and how they had to go to court just so that they could die naturally, instead of someone injecting a chemical into their body.

He also went on and talked about some laws that were being proposed, so that the people could die in the way they chose. Picard talked about how it is different in the United States to get a case like this to turn to the side of the person who it is affected and how in Canada there are specific types of steps to take so the person that is in the condition could make their own, to

include the decision to die.

Some of the questions that were asked at the visit surrounded the issue of the importance of keeping people alive. Picard answered by saying Ò it depends on the type of death and the technology and the brain activity in the body.Ó Some families, he says, are fighting to keep their children alive because of the brain activity they have, and according to Picard, some of these families are getting pushed to the side.

Picard made a statement saying Ò we are going to see this more and more because of the technology. Having some brain activity, at what point do we say that activity isnÕ t meaningful.Ó This issue, according to Picard, is getting a lot of publicity in Canada, and sooner or later it is going to have to be address in the United States. Should we just let people die a natural death or should we inject a chemical into their body when we think it is time for them to go?

We donÕ t have that knowledge yet, and thatÕ s what André Picard is trying to find out.

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Strange start to race for Congress

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y now, you may be aware of Aaron Woolf. HeÕ s the guy running for Congress to replace outgoing U.S. Rep. Bill Owens, a fellow Democrat.

Owens was elected in 2009 to represent the 21st District in a contentious election that drew national media coverage.

If you have heard of Woolf, itÕ s not because he has engaged voters and generated name recognition since his selection by local Democratic chiefs in mid-February, but rather because the media is sounding off that they havenÕ t had a chance to speak with the candidate.

He hasn’t made any official appearances, given any interviews or publicly engaged with voters.

Editorial boards across the district have been bashing him for his perceived lack of transparency surrounding his nascent campaign.

Democrats, most of whom are unwilling to go on the record, appear to be unified in their talking points making statements like: Ò Woolf needs time to prepare. Mr. Woolf is carefully studying the issues and meeting with voters across the North Country. Ò Aaron will be ready to meet with the media soon,Ó they say.Ó Not now. But just you wait Ñ youÕ re going to love him.Ó Republicans, for their part, appear to be exuberant in hammering what they perceive to be an out-of-touch carpetbagger, relishing in flogging the candidate whenever he ventures out into the open and is subsequently smacked down with questions about his candidacy.

Both sides need to change tactics.

HereÕ s some advice for the Democrats: This isnÕ t House of Cards, the popular Netflix drama about a scheming Washington politico, but rather a sweeping and expansive district of hard-working, blue collar folks who just want to earn an honest keep. So your silence in explaining how you selected Woolf as a candidate isnÕ t doing you any favors and your pseudo palace intrigue makes you look amateurish.

Grow up and be transparent. How are you going to help voters in the North Country?

Arm your local committee chairs with policy positions instead of tongue-tied gibberish. And then when your candidate is ready to speak, he can put his best foot forward and the press can pepper him with questions based on your local platform, not amateur missteps that we learned how to avoid in our undergrad poly sci courses.

And to the Republicans: We read you loud and clear on your talking points. However, in-

stead of issuing steady streams of fiery rhetoric that much of the public is immune to, anyway Ñ vacuous bleating against Obamacare, liberals and empty appeals to what some may interpret as archaic interpretations of morality Ñ instead show the public that you are engaged, alert and ready to lead by bringing some fresh ideas to the table.

Use the information vacuum on the other side to create valuable public dialogue so voters know what you plan to do to make their lives better and how you plan on ensuring their best interests on the federal level.

All of that being said, the general public appears to dislike Congress, anyway, which makes this all but an exercise in futility.

According to a Gallup poll released March 10, with the election eight months away, 15 percent of Americans approve of the overall job Congress is doing.

This is slightly better than last month’s 12 percent Ñ golly, have a drink on us Ñ but extends a nearly-steady string of sub-20 percent approval ratings for Congress that started in mid-2011.

Hmm. WeÕ re eviscerating a man for diving into a position in which heÕ ll immediately be thoroughly despised, anyway.

Score one for foresight.

Democratic officials reached out to us on Monday, March 10, to coordinate an open-ended interview with Woolf. WeÕ ll have talked with him by the time you have read this and weÕ ll have a clearer picture as to who this fellow actually is and what heÕ s thinking about.

We have the same questions of why this anointed Democratic candidate as well as Democratic Party leaders have been so unapproachable for more than a month and we hope to soon provide some answers.

But until then, while a victory seems to be a long shot at this juncture given his ineffectual start, the only advice we have to Mr. Woolf if elected is to be prepared for a grueling, thankless job Ñ and more of the type of microscope media scrutiny you are experiencing now.

HereÕ s the bottom line. The issues facing our communities are raw, real and unrelenting and we need a red, white and blue leader to serve our interests regardless of political party Ñ not petty children squabbling over what equates to mere puffs of gas in the wind. There is enough of that going on in Congress already. Ñ

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Free Enterprise is Alive and Well

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opportunities. They were there he business climate to hone their skills and test in our region, and for their mettle. that matter, the entire SUNY Plattsburgh served country, has been dismal for as the host site for college stufar too long. The long, hard dents seeking to build their winter of 2013-14 hasn’t made own American dream. They matters any better. Our Main came from Clarkson UniverStreet economy has absorbed sity, Clinton Community Colone blow after another and we lege, Norwich University, Saint desperately need to see things MichaelÕ s College, Southern pick up with positive signs of Dan Alexander Vermont College, SUNY Adgrowth and opportunity.

Thoughts from irondack, SUNY Canton, SUNY Small businesses in our naBehind the Pressline New Paltz, SUNY Plattsburgh, tion represent over 50 percent of SUNY Albany and the Univerthe working population. There sity of Vermont. Dr. Nancy Church of SUNY are almost 28 million small businesses in the Plattsburgh served as Project Director of the US and over 22 million are self-employed. event and created a spirited competition beOne hundred twenty million individutween the participating students who outals work in a small business and those busiwardly wore their desire to succeed but also nesses have generated over 65 percent of the showed a strong camaraderie to their fellow net new jobs since 1995. Over 500,000 new participants. businesses get started each month. UnfortuAll the students were impressive and full of nately, more small businesses shut down than start up each month and the vast majority of excitement. Serious dollars were up for grabs, not to mention bragging rights, and while evsmall businesses will fail to survive. ery single one who competed was a winner in Diving into the highly competitive world their own way, one of the students, an early of small business startups isnÕ t for the faint of competitor, perhaps earned the most prized heart. Yet the lure of success is what has made reward of the day. This individual fell short of the American small business entrepreneur the their competition goal. Without going into deenvy of the world. Many with little more than a few dollars and dream have changed the tail, this participant froze during the compeworld and those success stories continue to tition and failed to complete their event. ItÕ s inspire individuals to risk everything. happened to us all at one time or another Ñ it This year, I enter my 40th year in the busijust comes with the territory. ness community. Most recently, it seemed to Failure is a hardearned scar. It is especially me and other business owners IÕ ve spoken hard when you are young. The lesson learned, with that the odds are just stacked too high the motivation from that experience drives against small business. Perhaps our best days one from deep down. It builds character and are behind us. Retired business people were thatÕ s the stuff that drives the true American happy to no longer be in the position we find Entrepreneur. The ability to rise up from failourselves and it seemed certain that our youth ure after failure and be willing to put yourself would rather have government guarantees in back up there again knowing the odds are the way of assistance rather than endless opstacked against you but having supreme faith portunities for self reliance. Then something in self and system. appears on the horizon that rekindles your As many of the students pointed out in faith in the system that demands hard work, their presentations, the road to the top is innovation and creativity. achieved by few but the journey and lessons I had the great privilege last week to serve learned along way is the real prize and our as a judge at the SUNY Plattsburgh Free Ennation prospers from their relentless efforts to terprise Marathon event. I served alongside create bring the next best idea to market.

Bob Parks from the Press Republican, Hanna I look forward to the student who fell short Provost of Glens Falls National Bank and at this event to be a very successful entrepreColleen Lemza of Adirondack Grilling Pelneur in the future. Long after the awarded lets. We can all attest to the fact that a strong dollars won at the marathon are spent, the passion burns in the hearts of our young area memory and motivation will continue to students for the American Free Enterprise drive that competitor throughout his/her life.

System and the opportunity that excites the American sprit to challenge the odds and lay Dan Alexander is publisher and CEO of Denton Pubit all on the line for a chance to succeed. These lications. He may be reached at dan@denpubs.com. students were not looking for handouts but

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Style & Substance: Spring is a time for new beginnings

Dear Style & Substance: With spring being just around the corner I have decided that this is the perfect time for new beginnings. My dilemma is where to beginÉ É I want to lose weight, update my look, and change my job. Is this too much change at once? I am very motivated and ready to take action but I do not want to fail. I have tried making changes in the past but have given up when I hit a roadblock.

How can I make and maintain positive change?

We applaud your motivation and your desire for self-improvement. We also recognize the truth of taking on too much and meeting with failure and disappointment. Disappointment in yourself certainly drains the desire and does nothing to support your goals.

The first step in your personal transformation should be a realistic self-assessment. Dig deeper into your motivation Ð discover the answer as to why you are feeling the need for so much change at one time. Are you dissatisfied with your appearance?

Do you feel stuck or unfulfilled in your work? Are you pleased with who you are at this moment?

The answers to these questions can guide your spring action plan. We believe in a holistic approach to health and wellness that uses MODERATION as the guiding factor. We also believe dressing up in flattering clothes can build self-confidence in that the outside appearance leads to the internal belief. Fashion and style can be interpreted as self-expression.

An easy daily plan and realistic approach can be to use an a-lacarte menu of activities or actions that will be beneficial to your improvement plan and hopefully something that you begin to naturally incorporate into the daily maintenance and development of YOU. Make it simple; add or subtract from this list, by clarifying what the steps mean to you…then pick 2 or 3 every day to complete.

CHANGE! Change is a challenge to yourselfÉ change up your routine in the morning, start using your non-dominant hand to do mundane things, drive a different way to work, school or home, change your lipstickÉ you can see that anything can be tweaked and changed a bit. This could be a CHANGING factor in your attitude; your brain has to think a little harder, you chal-

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lenge yourself a little and you are absolutely MINDFUL of what you are doing. You are actually ENGAGED in living.

COLOR! Add some color to your winter wardrobe. Splashes of green and fuchsia will carry the blacks and greys into spring.

Color has the ability to energize anything. You will find that surrounding yourself with your favorite colors will keep you motivated and happy.

SHOP! But donÕ t spend money! See what is trending fashion wise, what might work for you and what you already have through Ò researchÓ in magazines, catalogs and on-line! This gives you a Ò listÓ of what you are really looking for when you do go shopping. Time spent looking and planning will help you to slowly develop the Ô lookÕ that presents your evolving self to the world.

CLEAN! Start small with drawers and less daunting closets and get some big WINS right off the bat. We are big fans of clothing giveaways and consignment shops. Separate each drawer or closet into É piles; give away, consignment, keep, and unknown.

If you have a little space in your home, use it to really get the momentum going, so you have a full bag to either bring or give away.

her sisters Milk and Eggo, so they could get vetted and find a forever home.

Rebecca Burdo •643-2451; info@elmorespca.org Homefry is a playful and energetic kitten who enjoys being petted and being played with. She loves to cuddle with her sisters. Homefry is now current on age appropriate vaccination, has tested negative for FeLV/FIV and is spayed. She is playful and really likes to play with Ellie now that her sisters have gone home. Come in and meet this adorably shy kitten who would love to fall asleep in your lap!

Here is Zues, an adoptable puppy from Elmore SPCA. Zeus is an American Staffordshire Terrier, white and tan who arrived 02/24/14 @ five-months-old @ 39 lbs DOB 09/07/13.

Zeus is a gorgeous little guy who is very smart and engaging.

He was surrendered because his ownerÕ s landlord wouldnÕ t let him keep a dog on site. Zeus knows how to sit, lay down and

MOVE! We have all heard it before, but it bears repeating Ð MOVE. Even a five minute walk can change your perspective. A realistic beginning of any change is a thought turned into action.

The five minute walk, completed each and every day, will soon turn onto the ten minute walk which is the beginning of your first 5K, and so on……

FOLLOW-UP! One of the biggest stallers and guilt producers in self-development is not finishing up the last details of a project or not returning calls or emails. Wrap it up with a nice bow every dayÉ .by completing what you have started.

ASK! Ask for help with a small project. Ask for a friend to accompany you on a walk or to try a new event. Asking makes things happen. Not asking often makes us feel lonely and unsupported in our efforts.

APPLAUD! Applaud yourself when you have kept up some new positive changes and look outside yourself to applaud others in a job well done, a great outfit, an act of kindness.

Lastly, this is YOUR change project. Be quiet about it by getting it up and running before you begin to talk about it. By quietly addressing YOUR feelings and beginning YOUR plan of action, when you do start talking about it, people can already see the differences it is making in your life. That garners the best support!

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Zeus is now neutered, current on age appropriate vaccinations and is ready to meet his new family! This guy loves to play with other dogs and his people. This smart and energetic young dog is easily trainable and should not be growing up in a shelter. Come in and meet Zeus who is a friendly and happy dog looking for his forever home!

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Editorial insightful Dear Mr. Alexander: Thank you for shining the spotlight on the Affordable Care Act in your recent Veiwpoint column (Not so affordable health care, March 1). I love the North Countryman and always find your columns amusing if not informative and thought provoking. Your column on the ACA however really does a disservice to your readers and misses and opportunity to encourage individuals on the fence about signing up for health insurance to do so.

(Later in this piece I will provide the information on how to do just that.) Your perception about the efficacy of the new health care reform law appears to be more informed by FOX News than by the facts on the ground. LetÕ s review some of your questions and assertions and compare them to reality.

WeÕ ll start with your question: Ò Looking back, one has to wonder how could we ever justify making such a major change to the American health care system, clearly seen as the best in the world.Ó The American health care system by most measures is nowhere near the Ò best in the worldÓ , although it is clearly the most expensive. According to the World Health Organization the U.S. ranks only 37th among countries with advanced economies for overall population health. Research published in the New England Journal of Medicine in 2010 found that in 2006, the United States was number 1 in terms of health care spending per capita but ranked 39th for infant mortality, 43rd for adult female mortality, 42nd for adult male mortality, and 36th for life expectancy. Bloomberg.com last year found that the US healthcare system in terms of efficiency ranked 46th out of 48 advanced economy nations. We can do better than this and the Affordable Care Act puts in place powerful incentives for our health system to improve. There are many other factors that fueled the long over-due reform of our health system, to include: •Health spending climbing at twice the rate of inflation; •Health insurance policies that could be cancelled when you got sick; •Health insurance denied due to a preexisting condition; •Health insurance policies that lacked coverage for mental health and substance abuse services; •An estimated 57 percent of personal bankruptcies attributed to medical expenses; and, •47.3 million Americans between the ages of 0 and 64 without any health insurance coverage at all.

These facts are the symptoms of a very sick health care systemÉ not one that is the envy of the world.

Now that we have reminded readers why we needed health

reform letÕ s address a few of your other assertions about the ACA. The ACA is Ò destroying the economy and millions of American families have lost their health insurance coverage and many more will be unable to afford coverage under the planÓ .

Where on earth are you finding data that the ACA is destroying the economy? On the contrary since the ACA was signed into law the economy has been in a slow recovery. Recovery in my book is the opposite of Ò destroyÓ . (Mr. Alexander, such hyperbole risks undercutting your credibility with thoughtful readers.) You are correct that over 3 million Americans have lost their previous policies. This has generally been attributed to the insurance companies changing the terms of the policy and thus voiding the grandfather status granted in the ACA. This was the act of the insurance companies and not the President. Research commissioned by the Associated Press found that most of the individuals who lost policies purchased plans directly from insurers, rather than through a workplace. The reason for the cancellations: their plans changed since the signing of the new healthcare law. On the other hand as of the end of February over 4 million Americans have enrolled in health insurance plans either through the exchange or through the expansion of Medicaid eligibility. In New York State alone over 500,000 individuals and families are now enrolled using the exchange. Yes there were terrible problems with the roll out of the Federal website but they have been fixed for the most part and the sites are working. New York StateÕ s site has been running smoothly since December 1st.

What about the increase in cost to of policies since the ACA went into effect? You mentioned Excellus, an insurer that my company also uses. You mentioned that you are anticipating a double digit increase in premiums this year. You failed to mention what the increases have been over the past 5 to 10 years. I will share that since 2005 our small community rated non-profit company experienced increases of 12 to 17 percent every year.

This year is the first where we could shop on the exchange compare apples to apples in available policies, and find a comparable policy at a 9 percent increase. We think that is progress and we anticipate further reductions in percentage increase next year.

That being said, if you really want to assign blame for your companyÕ s Excellus premium increases start with Excellus. According to the Syracuse Post StandardÕ s Syracuse.com website, as a not for profit organization, Excellus posted a $106 million profit in 2012 and paid their former chief executive officer a tidy $3plus million pay check (and over $5 million in 2011). The new CEO is making $1.6 million and sixty-eight Excellus employees earn more than $200,000 annually. This is a hefty payroll that needs to be supported by hefty premiums.

You seemed to take exception to the first lady’s character-

ization of individuals who do not sign up for health insurance as Ò knuckleheadsÓ . LetÕ s drill down a bit and perhaps we can understand her frustration with these folks (knuckleheads may be too mild). As a fiscal conservative I think that people should be accountable for their own actions and choices. On the other hand as a humanitarian and a registered nurse I support the social contract where in when someone is sick or injured they are able to receive care when they show up at the emergency room.

The problem arises when an uninsured person (who we will call Max) shows up sick or injured and either cannot pay because he is broke, or refuses to pay. So who does pay?

•Who pays when Max calls for an ambulance and the rescue squad cannot bill insurance?

•Who pays when Max is delivered to the Emergency Room?

•Who pays when Max is admitted to the hospital and needs life saving surgery?

•Who pays when Max is then admitted to a skilled nursing facility because he has no insurance for homecare services and no family to help out?

•Who pays when Max misses work for an extended period?

Who Pays? You and I both know who paysÉ you and me. We pay through higher taxes, we pay through higher health insurance premiums, and as an economy we pay in lost productivity. This is how our broken system has worked for decades. The Affordable Care Act fundamentally changes this equationÉ and fiscal conservatives should be doing everything in their power to encourage even knuckleheads to sign up for coverage.

HereÕ s how: Health insurance navigators can assist with enrollment through the exchange and can be contacted: in Hamilton, Warren and Washington Counties by calling 866 708 2912. In Clinton, Essex and Franklin Counties call 866 872 3740. Or Visit NYState of Health at nystateofhealth.ny.gov As we look to the future, will changes need be made to our current way of delivering health care services? Yes of courseÉ they need to be. Will the system look like it does now? No it must change to be sustainable. Will we all be asked to be more accountable for our own well being and health? Yes, we will all have some level of financial risk (skin in the game) and we will be more aware of the lifestyle choices we all make and how they affect our health and well being.

Barry B. Brogan, RN, MAPP Mr. Brogan is the Executive Director of one of the NYS Department of HealthÕ s 35 Rural Health Networks, he is a former EMT and serves as a hospital trustee in Saranac Lake.

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SUNY’s Model UN continues to dominate

By Teah Dowling

denpubs@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH Ñ SUNY PlattsburghÕ s Model UN (United Nations) Club received several awards from the Pennsylvania United Nations Conference at Penn State in University Park, PA, from Feb. 27 to March 2.

During the conference, 14 members represented SUNY Plattsburgh by competing against several schools such as Ohio State University, Cornell University, University of Maine, Carnegie Mellon University, Temple University, Dawson College and Concordia University.

Several awards were given out to SUNY Plattsburgh students. Benjamin Rosner won Best Delegate for the third time in a row. Currently, Rosner is a senior planning to graduate this semester and has been in 10 to 15 conferences throughout high school and college. This was his last conference. Ò I didnÕ t plan on winning an award, and itÕ s going

to sound terrible, but I did not prepare one bit,Ó Rosner said. Ò I did no research, and I showed up with a pen, and they gave me a pad, and I just kind of went off on my own and did my thing. Ò I went in expecting to have a good time and have a reunion with all my old friends, and apparently, I guess, I dominated my own committee,Ó he said with a smile.

Eluise Monica Vaz and Sapoon Dutta both won Honorable Mention, third place, and Jessica Rappaport and Ryan Ferguson both won Verbal Commendation, fourth place. The group itself received Outstanding Large Delegation for second place.

Besides the winners who won individual awards, the members who helped claim the second place group award were Shirin Mehri, Eric Townsend, Alya Aisyah Fadil, Gaurav Jiwan, Rinzee Peday, Toan D. Le, Benjamin Alex, Namini de Silva and Salma Bouzid.

The SUNY Plattsburgh Model UN Club started at-

tending Penn State conferences back in 2010, where they came out successful each year. Ò I wasnÕ t there last year, but I heard a lot of great things about the Penn State conference,Ó Dutta said.

“Going there, it was my first experience at Penn State, so it was a good time.Ó For this conference, the participants split up into eight different committees. Each committee dealt with different topics that they prepared for such as The Congress of Vienna: The Remaking of Europe, Paradise Lost: Pandemonium and United Nations Security Council: 1975. In each committee, the participants had to discuss and debate their way into winning an award. Ò You had to try, not to emulate it exactly, but just try to do as best as you can,Ó Rappaport said. Ò You had to get around anything they threw at you.

The SUNY Plattsburgh Model UN Club intends to compete in future Penn State conferences along with other conferences around the country.

Free Enterprise Marathon at SUNY Plattsburgh

By Teah Dowling

denpubs@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH Ñ Dressed in suits and ties, dresses and heels, students from New York and Vermont spoke their way to success in the second annual Free Enterprise Marathon March 7.

The marathon took place at SUNY Plattsburgh from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and included schools such as Clarkson University, SUNY Canton, University of Vermont, SUNY New Paltz, SUNY Adirondack, Norwich University, Clinton Community College, Saint MichaelÕ s College, Southern Vermont College and SUNY Plattsburgh; two more schools than last year Õ s marathon.

Each school competed in three contests throughout the day consisting of the speak-off finals, team creativity and innovation challenge and the Mug-of-War presentations. After the competitions, awards were given out to schools in each category during the dinner and awards banquet later that evening.

For the speak-off finals, Matt Flynn from Clarkson University received first place with Tom Volpe from SUNY New Paltz coming in second, Matthew Robert from SUNY Plattsburgh coming in third and Alex Johnson from Norwich University coming in fourth. Ò The speak-off was much better than last year,Ó said Nancy Church, chair of the Department of Marketing and Entrepreneurship. Ò Last year, we didnÕ t win anything, so I was happy that we had a third place winner.Ó At the beginning, 36 schools received the invitation to compete, but the first 12 who submitted the Ò Commitment to ParticipateÓ form were able to compete. To determine who would attend the speak-off finals, each of the 12 campuses competed from Nov. 1 to Feb. 12, leaving one representative from each school to compete for their school. Ò I felt honored for the opportunity to represent SUNY Plattsburgh,Ó Robert said. Ò To have placed

20 minutes of information about the business and had approximately five hours to put together a presentation. Ò The four to five hours we were given to come up with an entire new product and basically run a feasibility test was a hectic scramble,Ó said Adam Saccardi, part of the SUNY Plattsburgh team. Ò It was definitely a lot of trying to prioritize what we needed to get done.Ó Throughout the presentations, teams pitched multiple ideas to the judges such as how to make the burlap sacks more cost efficient, new apple flavors for the grilling pellets including apple-hickory and incorporating more social media into the website. Ò Being a history major, IÕ ve never really been exposed to a lot of this,Ó Saccardi said. Ò I thought it was a really interesting process to see how companies go about develop a new product and see all the Marathon winners, from left to right, Matthew Robert, Alex hurdles they have to tackle.

Johnson, Thomas Volpe and Matt Flynn. Ò It (the competition) really enlightened me about Photo by Teah Dowling what goes on in the entrepreneurship world.Ó After five-minutes of presenting, the team went against so many talented and accomplished speakthrough a question and answer three-minute sesers was a huge accomplishment for me.Ó sion with judges Lemza, Robert Parks, publisher of Press-Republican, and Daniel Alexander, president The topic of the speak-off challenge was Ò Free and publisher of Denton Publications. Lemza was Enterprise: What this Country needs is more Entre- impressed from the teamsÕ ideas. Ò I thought there was a lot of excitement, a lot preneurs.Ó During Roberts five minutes of speakof enthusiasm,Ó Lemza said. Ò Some of them (the ing, he focused on the idea that the country needs teams) were spot on. not just an entrepreneur but a specific type to make Ò A lot of them were really good.Ó the US grow in a positive way by introducing For fourth place, the judges had a hard time names such as Blake Mycoskie and Bill Gates. choosing between SUNY Adirondack and SUNY After the speak-off finals, the speak-off finalists participated in the first ever Mug-of-War competi- Plattsburgh. Lemza said the two schools were neck and neck, and this position took the longest to detion, something Church started this year to fill the gap between the speak-off finals and the team pre- liberate. However, Lemza said SUNY AdirondackÕ s points were more realistic, therefore, giving them sentations.

For this competition, Krista Bennett from SUNY the fourth place slot.

Even though team SUNY Plattsburgh consisting Adirondack won first place, while Kevin Holloman of Saccardi, Kevin Clayton, Jessica Rappaport and from Saint MichaelÕ s College and Alex Johnson from Norwich University placed second and third Veronica Marchello didnÕ t place, they all said they for their creative pitches for coffee mugs. had a great time being part of this marathon and After this, it was time for the teams to competing. Ò IÕ m very glad we did it,Ó Rappaport said. Ò We compete. did have a lot of fun.Ó In the team creativity and innovation The purpose of the 2nd Annual Free Enterprise challenge, Clarkson University won Marathon, according to the flier, was Ò to encourfirst place with Saint MichaelÕ s College age students to become better informed about the receiving second, Norwich University importance of free enterprise and to encourage and receiving third and SUNY Adirondack reward studentsÕ creativity and inventiveness,Ó receiving fourth.

During this challenge, the teams had something Church wanted to incorporated all to come up with ideas for Adirondack throughout the marathon. Ò The students worked really hard,Ó Church said.

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CCC welcomes Board of Directors chair PLATTSBURGH Ñ The Clinton Community College Foundation welcomes Erin M. Hynes, a prominent local economic developer, as Chair of the Foundation Board of Directors for the next two years.

The FoundationÕ s main goal is to raise private funds to provide Clinton Community College with the financial, academic, technological, and physical resources that are essential to great public community colleges.

Steven Frederick, Vice President for Institutional Advancement at Clinton and Executive Director of the Foundation is pleased to have Erin at the helm. Ò I am looking forward to working with Erin for the next two years.

Her experience as an economic developer and knowledge of Clinton Community College is a great combination for leading the College Foundation.Ó

Erin began her career at The Development Corporation in 2008 where she assists in the planning, initiation, implementation and administration of programs to attract industry to the greater Plattsburgh area. Prior to joining TDC, Erin worked for several years in the NYS Legislature as the Director of Public Policy for the Assembly Minority Conference. She also served as the Legislative Analyst for the Economic Development and Real Property Tax Standing Committees.

A Plattsburgh native, Erin holds an AA in Humanities and Social Sciences from Clinton Community College, a Bachelor Õ s degree in Political Science with a Canadian Minor from SUNY Plattsburgh and a Master Õ s of Public Administration from the University of Vermont.

Also joining the Foundation Board are

three new members, Trevor Rabideau, R.W. Walker Funeral Home; Stephen Podd, Northstar Private Capital LLC; and Lee Ann Pray, Swarovski Lighting. Continuing members of the Foundation Board of Directors are: Clark Currier, Twin State Technologies; Ron Graham, Monahan Medical; John Jablonski, Clinton Community College President; Perry Kurtz, Pfizer (ret.); Erik Lanzer, Georgia Pacific; Edward Martin, Schluter Systems; Bruni Michaud, Clinton Board of Trustees; Kim Murray, Champlain Valley Electric; Shirley OÕ Connell, Director Emeritus; Allen Racine, Glens Falls National Bank; Michael Rubal, Ultrabuys; William Russell, Attorney at Law; Joseph Shaw, Champlain National Bank; Michele Snyder, Clinton Community College Faculty; and Craig Squier, Clinton Community College Alumni Association.

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Shine On! registration nears PLATTSBURGH Ñ Registration is about to open for an annual conference designed to increase self-esteem and resiliency in young girls.

The fourth annual Shine On! conference will be held from 10 a.m. Saturday, April 26, to 10 a.m. Sunday, April 27, in Memorial Hall on the SUNY Plattsburgh campus.

This conference is open to all girls in the third, fourth and fifth grade. It includes 10 hands-on workshops about media literacy, communication skills and character strengths.

Shine On! also offers a free adult component, Raising Resilient Girls, which shows attendees how to build a healthy lifestyle and tackle adolescent obstacles young girls often face. Topics include Healthy Eating for Busy Families on the Go; How to Talk to Your Daughter About Her Body and Boys; and Social Media Awareness.

Raising Resilient Girls will be held from 11 a.m.

to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 26, in Hudson Hall on the SUNY Plattsburgh campus.

Online registration for both the girlsÕ Shine On! conference and the adult Raising Resilient Girls workshop begins 10 a.m. Saturday, March 8, at shineongirls.org. Both programs are free and include all meals and snacks.

Major conference sponsors include Blue Shield of Northeastern New York, the Ernest Turner Memorial Trust, The Development Corporation, CVPH Foundation and Kiwanis Breakfast Club.

Organized by female SUNY Plattsburgh students as part of a class, Shine On! was founded in 2011 to better equip young girls with coping skills to resist the societal pressures they will face in middle school and beyond. For more information contact shineonpsu@gmail.com.

Girls looking at unrealistic body images in the media at a previous Shine On! event.

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Residents urged to ‘Go Blue’ for colon cancer

PLATTSBURGH Ñ The Clinton, Essex, and Franklin Library System is partnering with the Cancer Services Programs to urge everyone to Ò Go BlueÓ for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month this March.

Towns across New York are raising awareness about this preventable cancer by turning to partners in the community to get the word out. All 34 libraries in the three county area will be displaying information throughout March.

Colorectal cancer - cancer that begins in the colon or rectum - is one of the most common cancers among New Yorkers. It is estimated that one in 20 people will develop colorectal cancer

during their lifetime. Each year in New York State, more than 10,000 people develop cancer of the colon and rectum, and nearly 3,500 New Yorkers die from this disease. However, a large number of New Yorkers are still not aware of their risk and many are not being screened at recommended intervals.

Colorectal cancer often can be prevented. Regular screening can find precancerous polyps so they can be removed before they turn into cancer. Colorectal cancer screening is a preventive health service and an essential health benefit under the Affordable Care Act, so health insurance plans must cover colorectal cancer screening with no patient cost sharing, copayment or co-

insurance, even if a you havenÕ t met your yearly deductible.

The New York State Department of HealthÕ s Cancer Services Program partnerships offer colorectal cancer screening to eligible uninsured women and men in every NYS county and New York City borough.

If you are uninsured and over 50 the Cancer Services Program in your county will cover an in home screening kit that is simple to use and effective. To learn more you can pick up information at the library in your area or call: in Clinton County 518-324-7661, or in Franklin & Essex 1-877-275-6266. CVPH Medical Center administers the New York State grant that funds this program.

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Big Change Roundup From page 1 Ò We always do well in Plattsburgh,Ó said WOKO Operations Manager Steve Pelkey, who ran the mixing board and rallied the crowd while the D.Js. broadcast live. Ò It looks like itÕ s going to be a record year for us. ThereÕ s always strong turnout in Plattsburgh.Ó Pelkey says that the record turnout at Plattsburgh was helped by a single donation of $13,400 from Billie Jo Branham, of Plattsburgh based Branham racing. Along with that donation, he said that the Plattsburgh Wal-Mart was on track to bring in another $13,000, $8,000 of which had been collected by one associate working the door at Wal-Mart for the past several weeks leading to the WOKO visit.

Dr. Lewis First, Chief of Pediatrics at Vermont ChildrenÕ s

www.the-burgh.com Hospital, reflected on what the donations mean to the children from around our area who are treated at the hospital. Ò The change we have been raising over the years, there isnÕ t a child over the years who hasnÕ t been touched by the change weÕ ve raised,Ó he said. Ò For me, I canÕ t think of a better way to be first with kids.

First says that statistics show that the average household, including cars, has an average of $94 in loose change laying around. The Big Change Roundup hopes to tap into that change, a dime at a time, to raise money for the ChildrenÕ s Hospital.

On the floor next to the D.Js. a pallet was stacked with gallon plastic bags full of counted change, waiting for the end of the Plattsburgh count.

Pelkey summed up the stop at the Plattsburgh Wal-Mart simply: Ò Plattsburgh is a monster.Ó On Sunday, March 9 the Big Change Roundup arrived in

March 15, 2014 Williston, for the second-to-last stop of the Roundup.

At the end of the Roundup WOKO raised an record $227,237.93, with money still coming in. Ò We expect that in the next few weeks that number may hit the quarter of a million mark to help local, sick kids at the Vermont ChildrenÕ s Hospital,Ó said Pelkey. Ò Close to 5,000 individuals banding together to ensure our kids get their best chance of beating their challenges. ItÕ s a humbling experience to be a part of it.Ó

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Sportsman’s Dinner, Saturday, March 15

SCHROON LAKE — 19th annual Adirondack Sportsmen’s Dinner will be held on the campus of Mountainside Bible Chapel. Daylong event includes 15 seminars, door prizes, a banquet dinner and a speech by Dr. Larry Moyer, the respected motivational speaker who was turned onto religion through the Great Outdoors, specifically hunting. Other speakers include BBQ entrepreneur Mr. P, trapper Bob Moses, DEC big game wildlife technician Ben Tabor and popular survival expert Marty Simon. Free, but donations welcome. To register and to scan the list of seminars, visit sportsmensdinner.com/. Mountainside Bible Chapel, 165 US Route 9 Image: Nice rack/Creative Commons

12 Years a Slave, Saturday, March 15 ESSEX — Champlain Valley Film Society screening of three-time Academy Award winning film 12 Years a Slave. Based on the 1853 memoir of Solomon Northup, the film tells the story of Northup’s sale into slavery and efforts to reunite with his family and won Best Picture, Best Supporting Actress and Best Adapted Screenplay at month’s gala. Northup, as area residents may know, has ties to the region, having been born in what is now Minerva and accosted from Saratoga Springs from two shysters masquerading as circus performers. Whallonsburg Grange Hall, 1610 NYS Route 22. 7:30pm, $5/$2 (adults/kids). For complete screening schedule, visit cvfilms.org. Those with a deep interest in Northup’s story may be interested to learn an original 1857 copy of Solomon Northrup’s book was presented to the Essex County Historical Society by author and publisher Maggie Bartley.

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Lucid, Monday, March 17

PLATTSBURGH — Celebrate Ireland’s storied cultural legacy, a deep and ancient tapestry of rich customs stretching back to the Bronze Age, by getting tanked on cheap green beer at this St. Patrick’s Day party with Lucid and their new drummer, Chris “Hollywood” English. The new addition to the venerable outfit, now in their tenth year, comes from a family full of musicians. By the time he was five, he was already singing and playing drums and continued to develop his talent, eventually attending The School of the Arts Performing School in Rochester NY. Afterwards, Mr. Hollywood played with the great Buddy Guy for over a year before moving on to pursue his own musical ventures alongside sharing the stage with Charlie Hunter, Moe, Bobby Blue Blend, Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad, Soulive, Robert Randolph, the WORD and AudioInFlux and others: The Monopole, 7 Protection Ave...

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KEENE — Keene Central School to host PTC Recreation Fundraiser with Fiddler’s Wage, a Rochester-based Celtic/folk outfit whose track “Irish Pubs” took home celticrockradio.net’s Best Celtic Rock of the Year in 2012. Their new album, A Needle Pointing North, is said to “fuse heartfelt personal lyrics with creative instrumentation using drums, bass guitar, fiddle, guitar, banjo, mandolin and harmonica.

Night also includes a silent auction with items from local venders and businesses: $20/$10/$5 (families/adults/students).

LAKE PLACID — Acclaimed Celtic group The Makem & Spain Brothers are slated to perform at the Lake Placid Center for the Arts. Organizers: “Every generation has a few acts that define where a musical genre is going, performers so confident in their chosen field that they are able to completely embrace the genre and yet introduce something new to it.” Team Makem profers a bevy of various instruments and three-part harmonies that blend perfectly for what many have described as a wall of sound. Their joy, talent and enthusiasm draw in fans who have never experienced the joy of folk music: 1pm, $18/$16 (adults/students). LCPA, 17 Algonquin Street. Call 523-2512 or visit lakeplacidarts.org for reservations.

PLATTSBURGH — Groovestick to perform: the Monopole, 7 Protection Ave. Call 518-563-2222 for food and drink specials.

REDFORD — Backwoods Band to perform a blend of classic country, rock and bluegrass at Big Daddy’s Perch Fry: 5:30pm, call 293-7666 for more info. Reservations recommended.

SARANAC LAKE — Reception for the Adirondack Artists Guild’s sixteenth annual juried show. Exhibit runs until Apr 13. Refreshments will be served, 5-7pm. 52 Main Street. Call 518 891-2615 for more info.

Saturday, March 15 LAKE PLACID — LCPA’s “Olympic Inspirations: Celebrating the Olympic and Paralympic Games” is ongoing and is scheduled to run until April 6: Wed-Saturdays, 1-5pm: 17 Algonquin Street.

LAKE PLACID — LCPA continues their Metropolitan Live in HD Series with Werther, an opera loosely based on an autobiographical novel by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe: 17 Algonquin Street, 1pm: $18/$16/$12 (adults/LCPA members/ students 18 and under) PLATTSBURGH — St. Patty’s Pub Night with Champlain Valley Irish Dance. A family friendly event featuring Shepherd’s Pie dinner, Irish Step Dancing, Ceili Dancing, Best Wearin’ O’ the Green Contest, games, shenanigans and merriment for all ages: $12/$7 (kids). Tickets available at the door or in advance at Eventbrite.com.

Olive Ridley’s, 37 Court Street. Call 324-2200 for details.

PLATTSBURGH — Acoustic showcase featuring local folk duo Soma Flora and sisters Melody and Katy May: 6pm, $3-10, ROTA Gallery and Studios, 50 Margaret Street PLATTSBURGH — Matinee screening of Hunger Games: Catching Fire: Plattsburgh Public Library, 2pm, free.

PLATTSBURGH — Rochester-based Haewa will perform what the trio refers to as “deep psychedelia to funk that creates pulsating grooves which are complemented by textural blankets of ambience. These energetic and at times meditative improvisations lead you in and out of songs, both instrumental and lyrical.” No two shows will ever be the same, say the band, who reportedly take audiences on journeys through landscapes of sound, transporting them to a brand new sonic dimension: the Monopole, 7 Protection Ave. Call 518-563-2222 for food and drink specials.

PLATTSBURGH — New Life Christian Academy to host spaghetti dinner to benefit the organization: 1pm, $5. Includes bake sale and silent auction. For more info, contact the school at 563-2842. VFW 125, Boynton Avenue PLATTSBURGH — Autism alliance of NENY to host Across the Spectrum, a conference for parents, students and parents to learn more about the disorder: $35-65: Elk’s Lodge, 56 Cumberland Ave SARANAC LAKE — First United Methodist Church to host corned beef hash dinner: 4:30pm, $10/$5 (under 12). Call 891-3473 for more info: 63 Church Street

SCHROON LAKE — 19th annual Adirondack Sportsmen’s Dinner will be held on the campus of Mountainside Bible Chapel. See sidebar. Mountainside Bible Chapel, 165 US Route 9 WHALLONSBURG — Champlain Valley Film Society screening of three-time Academy Award winning film 12 Years a Slave. See sidebar. Whallonsburg Grange Hall, 1610 NYS Route 22. 7:30pm, $5/$2 (adults/kids).

WILLSBOROUGH — Benefit for local youngster Sierra Reynolds features twoperson 9-pin bowling tournament and also includes 50/50 raffles and silent auction. Sierra has faced many medical issues since she was two, including cerebral palsy, hemolytic uremic syndrome and renal failure, and is currently in need of a kidney transplant. For more information, call Krissy Leekes at 572-0315. To sign up, contact the Willsborough Bowling Center at 963-8983. Tourney starts at noon, $40/$20 (team/single).

Sunday, March 16 WESTPORT — Actress Alisa Endsley and pianist Russell Ames, who has directed 80+ community theatre productions, to perform “Broadway Babes: An Afternoon of Song,” a full slate of broadway songs: Westport Library, 4pm, free.

Monday, March 17 ELIZABETHTOWN — Fourth of a six-session series, Living Healthy with Chronic Conditions, designed to help sufferers of chronic diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, arthritis and asthma, set their own goals and develop plans to improve their health and livlihood. Hand House, 8273 River Street: 12:30-3pm, free.

Call 496-1828 for details.

PLATTSBURGH — Celebrate Ireland’s storied cultural legacy, a deep and ancient tapestry of rich customs stretching back to the Bronze Age, with Lucid and their new drummer, Chris “Hollywood” English. See sidebar. The Monopole, 7 Protection Ave. Call 518-563-2222 for food and drink specials.

Tuesday, March 18 PERU — Taylor LaValley to perform at Livingoods Restaurant and Brewery: 7pm, 697 Bear Swamp Road. Call 643-2020 for details. .

Wednesday, March 19 PLATTSBURGH — Meet your fellow scrapbookers at the Imaginarium’s weekly beginners scrapbooking group. Held in conjunction with the Advocacy Resource Center and several local artists, each session will feature a guest instructor and participants are asked to bring a 12 x 12 scrapbook, photos or other mementos they wish to preserve alongside tools such as scissors, glue sticks and tape runners. Some supplies and a Cricut scrapbooking machine will be provided. RSVP by calling 518-563-0930 ext. 325 or via email: mclausen@cviarc.org. 4pm, free. 4709 State Route 9.

PLATTSBURGH — Open Mic at the Monopole, 7 Protection Ave. Call 518-5632222 for food and drink specials.

Thursday, March 20 PERU — Giovanni Bucci to perform at Livingoods Restaurant and Brewery: 7pm, 697 Bear Swamp Road. Call 643-2020 for details.

PLATTSBURGH — EXPLORE Pulmonary Conference, a full-day conference for health-care professionals and students, slated to be held at the Angell College Center, SUNY Plattsburgh: $125 professionals’ registration fee. $50 students with ID. Includes all sessions, continuing education units, refreshments and lunch. Call 518-564-3054 for more info.

Voters hungry for the Woolf

By Pete DeMola

pete@denpubs.com ELIZABETHTOWN Ñ A lone wolf has been introduced to the North CountryÉ but remains elusive.

For now.

Since Feb. 12 when the 21st Congressional District Democratic committee chairs met in Long Lake and voted to endorse Aaron WoolfÕ s bid to run for the seat being vacated by Bill Owens (D-Plattsburgh), the candidate has not publicly spoken with the press.

Woolf, a documentary filmmaker and co-owner of a grocery store in New York City with no political experience, is seeking to replace outgoing Congressman Owens, a Democrat who won the seat in 2009 after a contentious election against challenger Matt Doheny that received national coverage.

In the three weeks since his selection, Woolf has remained quiet despite being blasted by editorial boards throughout the North Country for a perceived lack of transparency surrounding his campaign.

It wasnÕ t until Tuesday, March 4 when WWNY-7 cornered the candidate at a meeting with the St. Lawrence County Democratic Committee at SergiÕ s Italian Restaurant in Potsdam that Woolf briefly stepped outside to address the media: “We’re going to make an official announcement in a couple weeks and after that I will make myself available to the press, IÕ ll make myself available to everybody,Ó Woolf told WWNY-7Õ s Candace Dunkley.

Woolf had no comment when asked what issues are important to him in the North Country, which he was also taken to task for by the National Republican Congressional Committee. Ò ItÕ s absolutely pathetic that Aaron Woolf has been running for Congress for weeks and still refuses to talk about the issues that are important to voters in the North Country,Ó said National Republican Congressional Committee spokesman Ian Prior in a statement issued Wednesday, March 5. Ò If this is the kind of candidate that Woolf is going to be, perhaps he should try running for a post like dog catcher before he seeks an office that requires open and honest dialogue of important issues.Ó Records obtained by the Valley News show Woolf registered to vote in Essex County on Feb. 7, 2014, five days before the chairsÕ endorsement.

Prior to that, Woolf was registered in New York County.

Woolf owns 151 acres on County Route 9 in Elizabethtown assessed at $465,000. Those holdings were legally deeded to he

and Sara Woolf by Harry and Patricia Woolf on Jan. 3, 1995.

It is unclear if Woolf resides at the residence, which is not visible from the road, how often he visits or how active he is in the community.

Woolf met with leaders in Canton earlier today and is scheduled to meet with Lake George officials tonight at the Fort William Henry Hotel at 7 p.m.

Warren County Democratic Committee Chair Lynne Boecher said at WoolfÕ s request, the meeting will be private because he wants to solidify everything before talking to the press. Ò I have advised him to talk openly with the media,Ó said Boecher. Ò This very much indicates heÕ s a neophyte in this process.Ó Woolf’s official campaign website shows the now-familiar stock photo of the grinning candidate clad in a blue Carhart jacket. Ò The North Country is a great place to live, work, raise a family and retire,Ó it states. Ò But we need to make sure it stays that way for future generations.Ó No contact information is available on the page.

An Ò Aaron Woolf for CongressÓ Facebook page was set up on Feb. 12.

“I’m running to represent New York’s 21st Congressional District. Protecting the middle class, growing our economy, and investing in our children,Ó it states.

It currently has 204 likes.

A personal Twitter page for Woolf describes him as a Ò documentary filmmaker and small-business owner” and shows 54 followers, but it was locked, which means the information is only visible to people who the account holder authorizes to view that information.

A campaign Twitter account had 40 followers and two tweets, both cheerful plugs to the campaign’s official website and Facebook account that were posted on Feb. 28.

GOP chairs held their conclave on Feb. 6 and selected Elise Stefanik, a political insider with strong national political ties, as their candidate. Joe Gilbert and Doheny have also thrown their hats into the race for the primary scheduled for June 24. Ò I imagine Mr. Woolf is dodging the public eye to avoid discussing how Obamacare and liberals in Washington are hurting North Country families and businesses,Ó Doheny told the Valley News. Ò However, IÕ m very eager to engage Mr. Woolf in a spirited debate about how best to bring jobs and opportunity to the North Country.Ó Thom Randall contributed to this report

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News Briefs Economic Forum scheduled

can also visit our Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/AdirondackYoungProfessionals for additional information.

PLATTSBURGH Ñ The Adirondack Young Professionals (ADK YP), a nonprofit organization focusing on attracting and retaining young professionals in the area, will be hosting their seventh annual Economic Forum at the Adirondack Room in Butcher Block Restaurant on March 25 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

The topic of this yearÕ s forum is Ò Our Canadian Connection.Ó Kyle Grimes, General Manager of WPTZ, will moderate a panel of seven distinguished speakers: Tracy Fasking of NovaBus, Erin Hynes of The Development Corporation, Matt Spiegel of Plattsburgh Boat Basin, Paul Mongillo of US Customs & Border Protection, Kristy Kennedy of The Adirondack Coast VisitorÕ s Bureau, Sue Matton of the North Country Chamber of Commerce, and Chris Kreig of Plattsburgh International Airport.

The event is free to the public and will include light fare and a cash bar. This is a wonderful opportunity for our community to learn more about our beneficial relationship with Canada.

For more information about the event, please contact Jared Burns at (518) 310-3092 or via email at events@adkyp.com. You

CVPH plans Lecture Series PLATTSBURGH Ñ The ABCs of Skin Cancer, a CVPH Community Lecture, will take place Wednesday, March 26 at 6 p.m. in the West Side Ballroom, 253 New York Road. Dr. Marissa Matarrese will discuss the role self exam plays in diagnosing skin cancer; what to look for and when to call your physician. Included in her presentation will be information about the latest diagnostic and treatment options of skin cancer.

Dr. Matarrese practices at Plastic Surgery Services of CVPH, 214 Cornelia St., Suite 103, Plattsburgh, phone, 562-7771.

The ABCs of Skin Cancer is part of the CVPH Community Lecture Series sponsored by the Foundation of CVPH. Call the CVPH Marketing and Communications Department at 562-7320 to RSVP or register online at www.cvph.org in the News & Upcoming events section.

First Weekend

Boat safety course in Pburgh

Ò And,Ó he said,Ó a big thank you to Esposito Sons for the use of their truck this summer.Ó McCormick says that the Plattsburgh Common Council voted unanimously to close City Hall Place every first weekend of the month from April through Nov. Ò WeÕ re hoping to raise enough money to have a more regional band here to play. We hope to make First Weekend a household name.Ó “We’re just excited to finally get it underway,” added First Weekends’ Vice President Leigh Carter-Simonette.

The Common Council has also waived licence requirements for street musicians, and McCormick urges amateur musicians or artists to contact First Weekends at Firstweekendsplattsburgh@gmail.com, and to come downtown this summer to perform or show off their art.

PLATTSBURGH Ñ Boaters local to Lake Champlain will be able to take a boating safety class on March 18 and 20 (Tuesday and Thursday) at the South Plattsburgh Fire Department.

Called Ò About Boating SafelyÓ , the course is offered by Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 15-8 of Plattsburgh. Class times are from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.

This course satisfies the requirements for PWC operation and has been approved by the National Association of Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA).

There is a charge of $30 for the study booklet, certificate and wallet card. For information, and to register, contact Robert Shivokevich at 518-493-7251 or E-Mail at rshivokevich@yahoo.com

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Agriculture impact report available CHAZY Ñ The farmer-driven Northern New York Agricultural Development Program has posted its 2014 Economic Impact Report online at www.nnyagdev.org. The two-page report offers a concise snapshot of the value of the 2013 projects funded by the research, technical assistance, and outreach program. The NNYADP receives funding from the New York State Legislature through the support of Senator Betty Little, Senator Patty Ritchie, Senator Joe Griffo, the state agriculture committees, and other regional and state legislators.

The NNYADPÐ funded projects include groundbreaking initiatives, including the development of a Ô superfruitÕ and the extension of proven-successful practices to farmers across the Northern New York region.

The benefits of the research include opportunities to increase production efficiency and revenue, reduce costs and labor, and enhance animal health, soil health and water quality.

Learn more and find project reports online at www.nnyagdev. org.

Artists Guild show scheduled

SARANAC LAKE Ñ The 16th annual juried competition at the Adirondack Artists Guild will open with a reception on Friday, March 14, from 5 to 7 p.m.. It is free and open to the public. All artists 18 and older were eligible to enter the show. The show will run through April 13.

First, second and third prizes will be awarded at 6 p.m., along with some honorable mentions. The first prize winner will have the opportunity to present a solo show at the Artists Guild in November 2014.

This yearÕ s juror was Laura Von Rosk, Gallery Director for the Lake George Arts Project. Once again this year there will be a PeopleÕ s Choice Award, donated by a friend of the arts. A ballot box will be at the gallery for viewers to make their choice for this award. That prize will be announced at the conclusion of the show.

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SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS The Essex County Board of Supervisors seeks applications for the full time position of Superintendent of Public Works. (a) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Construction or related field and four years of full time paid highway experience in a supervisory position with responsibility for planning, directing and coordinating the work of a substantial staff working in several units or performing several functions; or (b) Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalence diploma and eight years of full time paid highway experience in a supervisory position with responsibility for planning, directing and coordinating the work of a substantial staff working in several units or performing several functions; or (c)An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b); Applications and job specifications detailing the responsibilities and qualifications are available in the Essex County Personnel Office. Excellent benefit package, competitive salary range based upon education and experience.

Please send applications to the Essex County Personnel Office Phone: (518)873-3363, Applications must be received in the Personnel office no later than the close of business on March 27, 2014. Essex County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability or any other protected class.

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WANTS TO PURCHASE minerals and other oil & gas interests. Send details P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co 80201

SLOT CARS WANTED Aurora Model Motoring, Tyco, Etc. HO Scale, Sets, Cars, Parts and Equip. Cash Paid 315-439-4264

Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201

WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLE KAWASAKI 1967-1980 Z1900, KZ900, KZ1000, ZIR, KX1000MKII, A1-250, W1-650, H1-500, H2-750, S1-250, S2-350, S3-400 SUZUKI GS400, GT380, GT750, Honda CB750 (1969,1970) CASH. FREE PICKUP. 1-800-7721142, 1-310-721-0726 usa@classicrunners.com WANTED: OLD HARDWOOD TABLE, approximate 2' high x 3' long for a Flat Screen TV & Components. Plattsburgh, NY area. 518593-0655 WANTED: Pre-1975 Politial, military, gangster, comic books & sports memorabilia & original art !

Large lots, rare & unusual. Collector/Investor, paying cash. Call Mike: (800)273-0312, mikecarbo@gmail.com DATE 2/24/2014 2/24/2014 2/25/2014 2/25/2014 2/25/2014 2/25/2014 2/25/2014 2/25/2014 2/28/2014

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY RENTALS

Ticonderoga – Senior Housing (55+). Rent $455 or $550 *FREE HEAT & HOT WATER*. Some subsidy avail. Smoke free. Pet friendly.

New appliances. Laundry on site.

FHEO. Handicapped Accessible.

518-558-1007

TICONDEROGA DOWNTOWN OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT, customized for your use, available March 1st, $550/mo + utilities.

518-585-9173 Days or 518-5478730 Evenings.

HOME RENTALS

REAL ESTATE SALES

APARTMENT RENTALS RETIREMENT APARTMENTS, ALL INCLUSIVE. Meals, transportation, activities daily. Short Leases.

Monthly specials! Call (877) 2104130 Essex

GRANTOR Jaquish, Marcie AKA Hankinson Barnes, William T Irving, Sarah Pelkey, Alice and Cecil Brown, Cheryl AKA Stokes and Brown, Leland Darlin Reality, Renkoff, Franklin and Renkoff, Allan Changelo, Dale, Michael, Rocco and Joyce Bevins, James and Debra

O’Connor, Richard and Kathryn Maicus, Pearl Hoskins, C and Rebecca Christian, Francis and Nancy Simpson, Richard G and Patricia Simpson, Richard G Egan, Thomas and Mary Papineau, Barbara

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LAND New York State Land Sale LAND GETAWAY BARGAINS 10 acres, Salmon River & Pulaski Area: $13,995, 39 Acres. 1 Mile Extreme Riverfront: $89,995, 71 Acres.

Oneida Lake Timberlands: $69,995 Discount Cabins Starting @ $200/month - Any Site! CALL Christmas & Associates: 1-800229-7843. Owner/Broker

DOG CONTAINMENT PEN – 4 panels w/door, 10” tall x 6' long. Glav. Steel., 8'x8' pressure treated wood frame for it to sit on once pen is re-assembled, 7 yrs old. Purchased from FE Hart Co., replacement cost $650, will sell fro $250 OBO. Call 802-524-6275 9am-9pm.

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VACATION PROPERTY RENTALS OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND. Best selection of affordable rentals. Full/ partial weeks. Call for FREE brochure. Open daily. Holiday Real Estate. 1-800-638-2102. Online reservations: www.holidayoc.com

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APARTMENT RENTALS

MORIAH 1BR apt $495. (5973584) Clean, Laundry, references and security required.Pay own utilities. Small pet ok. No smoking.

Delcore, Colleen REF, Bonilla, Marie AKA Esther M, Bonilla, Anthony, Gallo, Camillo, Frank Jr. and Jack Daby, Francis F EXR, Gary F II EXR, Gary F DECD Pinto, Michael and Yvonne

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John Larocque Don & Margaret Dixon Francine Poitras Frances Smart, Mary Taylor Peter & Ethel Facteau Monica & Tanner Facteau, Monica Lattrell Mary Glen, Brooke Chamberlain Sherry Michaud, Sherry Boire Francis Filion Bruce Wayne Gregoire, Margaret McDevitt Becky Bedard

2-3 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent $950/mo. Includes heat, hot water, electric, cable & WIFI. Located at 7510 Court Street, Elizabethtown, NY. For more info call Elaine Cantwell 518-524-3455

GRANTEE Lindsay, Denice Jaquish, Stephen Essex County Mountain Land Ass. LLC Cannarella, Jessica

LOCATION Willsboro Jay Jay St. Armand Moriah

PRICE $77,000.00 $2,000.00 $45,180.24 $45,000.00 $127,200.00

Feulner, Warren and Sherman, Medara Essex County

Westport

$150,000.00

Jay

$63,354.00

Cole, Anna

Ticonderoga

$103,000.00

Community Bank NA

Minerva

$59,905.57

North Elba

$1.00

Daby, Francis N and Gary F II Federal National Mortgage Association Dashler, Bryon and Elena Essex County Essex County Wood, Stephen and Pamela Essex County Essex County Essex County Essex County ClintonClinton

Ticonderoga

$61,221.15

North Elba Jay Essex Crown Point Jay Jay Jay Keene

$190,000.00 $102,614.14 $63,000.00 $45,000.00 $52,875.61 $29,000.00 $42,146.00 $131,133.00

Karen Soper John Labarge Jess Mack, Kimberly Felber Andrew & Kathy Sajor Jessica Facteau Michael & Natasia Benjamin

Plattsburgh Mooers Plattsburgh Plattsburgh

$126,500 $127,500 $176,500 $307,000 City of Plattsburgh $125,000 Ausable $164,000

Tara Trombly, Lisa Arnall Scott Smith Bridge Side Properties LLC Lonnie & Hannah Rivers

City of Plattsburgh $200,000 City of Plattsburgh $172,400 City of Plattsburgh $350,000

Plattsburgh

$20,000

Enayet Hossain Gazi, Tahid Hossain Gazi

Mooers

$4,500

COMMERCIAL SPACE available at 211 Water Street, Elizabethtown, NY. Approximate 700 sq. ft., $725/mo., Call Laura at 518-8736557

10 ACRES FREE! Buy 30-Get 40 Acres. $0-Down $188/mo. Money Back Guarantee, NO CREDIT CHECKS Beautiful Views. Near El Paso, Texas. 1-866-882-5263 Ext. 81 www.SunsetRanches.NET Sebastian, Florida Affordable custom factory constructed homes $45,900+, Friendly community,No Real Estate or State Income Taxes , minutes to Atlantic Ocean. 772581-0080, www.beach-cove.com.

Limited seasonal rentals Sebastian, Florida Affordable custom factory constructed homes $45,900+, Friendly community,No Real Estate or State Income Taxes , minutes to Atlantic Ocean. 772581-0080, www.beach-cove.com.

Limited seasonal rentals LAND 1947 BOY SCOUT CAMP, 5 acre lake property - $129,900. 7 new lake properties. www. LandFirstNY.com 1-888-683-2626 LENDER ORDERED SALE! 5 acres - POND - $29,900. 10 acres STREAM - $39,900. Gorgeous So.Tier hilltop setting! Views, fields, State Land! Lender terms!

1-888-701-1864 www.newyorklandandlakes.com LENDER ORDERED SALE! 5 acresPOND - $29,900 10 acres- STREAM - $39,900 Gorgeous So Tier hilltop setting!

Views, fields, State Land! Lender terms! 888-905-8847 newyorklandandlakes.com LITTLE FALLS NY AREA- 59.9 acres, field, woods, views 1,009 ft on NYS rt5 $58,000. 17.9 acres fields, woods, views $33,000 Owner financing www.helderbergrealty.com CALL: 518-861-6541 NEW YORK LAND WANTED. Farms, Farmland, Timberland wanted! We have local, national and international buyers!

New York Land Quest Northern Division 877-236-1117 Southern Division 877-257-0617 nylandquest.com

New York State Land Sale LAND GETAWAY BARGAINS 10 acres, Salmon River & Pulaski Area: $13,995, 39 Acres. 1 Mile Extreme Riverfront: $89,995, 71 Acres.

Oneida Lake Timberlands: $69,995 Discount Cabins Starting @ $200/month - Any Site! CALL Christmas & Associates: 1-800229-7843. Owner/Broker PROFESSIONAL SERVICES DIVORCE $349 - Uncontested divorce papers prepared. Includes poor person application/waives government fees, if approved. One signature required. Separation agreements available. Make Divorce Easy – 518-274-0380.

Ready to buy a home? We are ready to help. The State of NY Mortgage agency offers up to $15,000 down payment assistance. www.sonyma.org.

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS HAS YOUR BUILDING SHIFTED OR SETTLED? Contact Woodford Brothers Inc,for straightening, leveling, foundation and wood frame repairs at 1-800-OLD-BARN. www.woodfordbros.com. "Not applicable in Queens county" REAL ESTATE $29,000 REMODELED 2 BDRM, .3 acre, Rte. 9, Front Street, Keeseville, NY. Live in or a P/E Ratio of 5 to 1 investment. 518-3356904 1 ACRE OF LAND at Wood Rd., West Chazy, NY, close to schools, nice location. Please call 518-4932478 for more information.

ADIRONDACK “BY OWNER” AdkByOwner.com 1000+ photo listings of local real estate for sale, vacation rentals & timeshares. Owners: List with us for only $299 per year. Visit on-line or call 518-891-9919 ALTONA, NY 3 BR/2 BA, Single Family Home, built in 1994, Perfect entertainment home, peaceful country setting 15 minutes from Plattsburgh. Large deck, 28' pool, patio with built in gas grill, 2 car garage with workshop. A MUST SEE 518-570-0896 $105,000 BUILDING AND LOT in Moriah 1.3+ acres, paved driveway, town water and sewer. Can be used for residential and/or commercial, Asking $45,000. 518-546-3568 MORRISONVILLE, NY 4 BR/2.5 BA, Single Family Home, 1,920 square feet, built in 1998, Colonial Cape, attached 2 car garage, gas fireplace, finished basement, large fenced in backyard with above ground swimming pool on corner lot. Located in Morrisonville in the Saranac School District. Great Family Neighborhood. $229,500 Call 518-726-0828 Dfirenut@gmail.com

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